NE LR245

Directs the Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on licensed freestanding birth centers in Nebraska, examining their feasibility, accessibility, and potential benefits for low-risk pregnancies

Study will review Nebraska's current statutes, regulations, and licensure requirements for establishing and operating birth centers, as well as regulatory models from other states

Focuses on access to perinatal care in rural and low-income areas, and the impact of birth centers on maternal and child health outcomes, patient satisfaction, and healthcare costs

Committee may consult with families, healthcare providers, public health experts, state agencies, and community organizations during the study

Committee must report findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature upon conclusion of the study